Patola House Tourism
Type of destination: Cultural Landmark
Ideal visit duration: 1 to 2 hours
Closed in: Sundays and Public Holidays
Patola House in Patan, Gujarat, is renowned for its exquisite Patola sarees, which are considered one of the finest hand-woven sarees in India. A visit to Patola House is a journey into the world of ancient textile art where the Patola weaving technique, passed down through generations, is still preserved. These double ikat sarees are known for their vibrant colors and designs, which are intricately woven by skilled artisans. The process is complex, as it involves dyeing each thread before it is set on the loom. The patterns on Patola sarees are inspired by traditional motifs and usually depict flora, fauna, and geometric shapes. Patola House not only serves as a workshop but also a showroom, offering visitors firsthand experience of the meticulous craftsmanship that goes into making each saree. The history, coupled with the artistic skills exhibited, makes it a significant cultural landmark and a testament to the rich weaving heritage of Gujarat.
Opening and Closing time of Patola House
| Monday |
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Tuesday |
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday |
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday |
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday |
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday |
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Sunday |
Closed |
Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)
Entry Ticket Pricing for Patola House
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Tips when you are visiting to Patola House
Tip 1
Bring a camera to capture the intricate designs.
Tip 2
Show interest in learning about the process, the weavers are often happy to share their knowledge.
Tip 3
Be prepared for a no-shoe policy within the weaving areas.
Top 10 Reviews on Patola House
Anuradha777
Wrote on 12th Jan, 2023
Mesmerising
It was a guided tour with a very little ticket. The guy explained the whole process of making Patola sarees nicely. A collections of sarees from yesteryears was displayed, along with history of the fa..
sougatg
Wrote on 30th Oct, 2022
Worth a visit
This is a good guided tour on the making of patola sarees and the uniqueness of it. It also has paper carving artists.
Note: The museum is being renovated and is still worth a visit.
DipuKV
Wrote on 10th Oct, 2022
Superb
Patan Patola Heritage is a museum which showcases the mesmerizing art of Patola saree-making. Truly an amazing experience.
KFDOCTOR
Wrote on 12th Jan, 2021
A great place to see unique textile being made.
This Museum shows first hand the ancient art of Patola weaving. It is a unique double Ikat style of weaving where the thread are dyed first as per the design and then the weaving happens. They will sh..
viswanathanb2016
Wrote on 7th Mar, 2020
Awesome work
I visited with my family to Patan Patola Heritage. It was an awesome experience overall. The owner was kind enough to explain how they make the sarees. We could also witness how intricately they dye t..
Anuradha777
Wrote on 12th Jan, 2023
Mesmerising
It was a guided tour with a very little ticket. The guy explained the whole process of making Patola sarees nicely. A collections of sarees from yesteryears was displayed, along with history of the fa..
sougatg
Wrote on 30th Oct, 2022
Worth a visit
This is a good guided tour on the making of patola sarees and the uniqueness of it. It also has paper carving artists.
Note: The museum is being renovated and is still worth a visit.
DipuKV
Wrote on 10th Oct, 2022
Superb
Patan Patola Heritage is a museum which showcases the mesmerizing art of Patola saree-making. Truly an amazing experience.
KFDOCTOR
Wrote on 12th Jan, 2021
A great place to see unique textile being made.
This Museum shows first hand the ancient art of Patola weaving. It is a unique double Ikat style of weaving where the thread are dyed first as per the design and then the weaving happens. They will sh..
viswanathanb2016
Wrote on 7th Mar, 2020
Awesome work
I visited with my family to Patan Patola Heritage. It was an awesome experience overall. The owner was kind enough to explain how they make the sarees. We could also witness how intricately they dye t..
